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Question 682
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The left phrenic nerve carries sensory fibres from which combination of structures?
Options
A
Pleura, pericardium and a small part of the peritoneum
B
Trachea, oesophagus and stomach
C
Lung parenchyma, bronchi and oesophagus
D
Lower larynx, trachea and pleura
E
Heart muscle, aorta and pulmonary artery
Explanation
The left phrenic nerve is described as carrying sensory fibres from the pleura, pericardium and a small part of the peritoneum.
Option Validity
B) This combination is not supplied as stated by the left phrenic nerve.
C) Lung parenchyma and bronchi are not the listed sensory territories.
D) Lower-laryngeal sensation is associated with the recurrent laryngeal nerve.
E) These vascular and myocardial structures are not the listed combination.
Further Reading
Saxena - MRCOG-1 Basic Sciences, Chapter 2: Anatomy, Printed p.13.